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Methodology

How we build local figures — and how to treat calculator estimates.

Figures

Median sale price — a typical recent closed sale for the city on the page; used as a loan-balance default, not a property quote. Sourced from Redfin.

Effective property tax rate — approximate annual county rate (e.g. Travis County for Austin) for the calculator’s tax line. Actual bills vary by parcel and exemptions.

Updates. Sale-price figures are refreshed about every 14 days. Last updated July 1, 2026. Treat numbers as a recent snapshot, not a live feed.

Estimates

Calculator outputs are illustrations for planning. They are not loan offers, tax advice, or appraisals. Confirm with your lender, tax authority, and qualified professionals before deciding.

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